Consultant, System Strategy, Planning, Design and Implementation

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At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

What Ontario Health offers

Role

At Ontario Health, your growth and well-being aren’t just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career. Based on your role, you may receive:

• Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family’s health
• Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well-being
• A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security
• Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge
• Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work-life balance, in addition to vacation days
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession
• A collaborative, values-driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do
• Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team

Want to make a difference in your career?  Consider this opportunity.

Ontario Health’s North West Region is seeking a strategic, collaborative Consultant, Strategy and Planning to help shape and advance regional health system priorities. Working within the System Strategy, Planning, Design and Implementation team, this role supports the design and implementation of initiatives that improve access, integration, partnerships, and outcomes across the health system.

The Consultant will lead high-impact strategic projects, engage diverse partners, interpret data to inform targeted interventions, and support measurable improvements in system performance. This is an opportunity to influence regional priorities, strengthen partnerships with providers and communities, and contribute to meaningful health system transformation

Here Is What You Will Be Doing

• Lead regional strategy, planning, design, implementation, and evaluation initiatives that advance Ontario Health and Ministry priorities in the North West Region.
• Drive complex, cross-sector projects related to system integration, Ontario Health Team development, access to services, system pressures, and strategic partnerships.
• Facilitate meaningful engagement with health service providers, physicians, patients, caregivers, Indigenous and Francophone partners, internal teams, and Ministry stakeholders to support co-designed solutions.
• Analyze data, identify service gaps and risks, develop targeted interventions, and establish performance measures to evaluate impact and support continuous improvement.
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with internal and external partners to enable collaboration, integration, and system-level change.
• Provide subject matter expertise on key areas of the health system and identify opportunities to optimize programs, partnerships, policy levers, and service delivery models.
• Collaborate across Digital, Analytics, Clinical, Performance, Finance, and regional teams to align strategy with evidence, funding opportunities, and organizational priorities.
• Develop strategic communications and tailored messaging to support transformation, partnership alignment, and stakeholder engagement.
• Represent Ontario Health on committees and working groups, applying political acuity, negotiation, and consensus-building skills to advance shared regional priorities.

Education And Experience

Here is what you will need to be successful:

• Master’s Degree, Health Discipline, Health Policy, or Health Admin or equivalent education/experience
• Eight years progressive Healthcare Management experience at a senior level required
• Experience building relationships and partnerships related to health system integration
• Strong and innovative health care leader with a track record in provincial health system integration and successful track record of executing on a range of initiative and inspiring system level change
• Exceptional relationship developer, capable of inspiring teams and working with organization partners to facilitate change while fostering a culture of creativity and innovation
• Strong existing relationships across both the healthcare industry and the provincial government.
• Strong project management experience, including demonstrated ability to efficiently plan, organize and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with limited supervision or direction
• Demonstrates broad and comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts, practices, and policies in the area of transformation and engagement; with the ability to apply them in complex and/or unprecedented situations across multiple functional areas
• Outstanding integrity, initiative, creativity, and passion
• Proficiency in dealing with technology, strategies, and tactics
• Strong record demonstrating a high degree of judgment, integrity and diplomacy while protecting the confidentiality of information
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and carry out the vision and direction of the Vice President
• Proven ability to collaborate across functional lines of responsibility, lead large internal/external project teams and build consensus where results have implications for change management
• Ability to work in an independent and self-directed manner while taking accountability for own actions.
• Ability to lead operational initiatives to meet or exceed customer service standards and expectations in assigned area and/or across multiple areas, in a timely and respectful manner

Knowledge And Skills

• System Transformation: Works to prioritize the transformation of the way health care is provided with a focus on improving outcomes and experiences for patients
• Leads: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the LEADS model of Leading Self, Leading Others and Leading Systems and personally models effective leadership behaviors in all aspects of their work
• Critical thinking: Superior critical and strategic thinking
• Analytical and Problem Solving: Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Interpersonal and Team Building: Exceptional interpersonal, team building and communication skills
• Time Management: Ability to foster a “team” environment in order to work with partners to develop a better, faster, more coordinated, patient centered healthcare system
• Negotiation: Ability to build consensus and foster change

Location: Thunder Bay, ON

Employment Type

Permanent Full time

Contract Length

N/A

Salary Band

Band 7

External Application Deadline Date

July 20, 2026

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.

Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email ***email_hidden*** and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.